Review Vacancy
AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of
TitleEnvironmental Educator 2 - NY HELPS
Occupational CategoryEducation, Teaching
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $66951 to $85138 Annually
Duties Description The Environmental Educator 2 (EE2) position is responsible for professional outreach of environmental education to all age ranges and stakeholder groups. One of the main responsibilities is to design effective lessons for educators in way that allows those educators to incorporate environmental education into an already complex curricula mandated by the New York State Education Department. Complicating this further is the need to provide lessons of this caliber to all grade levels, to youth organizations, to home school communities, and to non-traditional educators from museums, nature centers and municipal-run programs.
Duties include but are not limited to:
The EE2 will facilitate professional teacher workshops. Educator will schedule, organize and conduct Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) qualifying workshops for teachers, non-traditional educators, and others in Project WILD, Project WET and Project Learning Tree throughout the year. Programs will be offered to institutions (colleges and universities), municipal and private agencies (parks, museums, nature centers) and offered to public school teachers and hosted at DEC facilities.
The EE2 will assist coordinating climate change education for the bureau. The educator will facilitate communication between centers, regions and offices regarding DEC climate change messaging. The educator will develop and maintain a clearinghouse of climate change literature, curriculum and education resources.
The EE2 will expand the Region 1 Environmental Education digital presence to increase engagement and awareness by the public.The educator will offer digital and print advertising and promotions for public programs. DEC regional initiatives will also be shared in the same manner.
The EE2 will maintain partnerships with agencies, universities and stakeholder groups. The educator will seek out and actively solicit and accommodate new relationships with non-governmental organizations (NGOs) that promote environmental stewardship, outdoor recreation and environmental education.
The EE2 will coordinate with other staff in the regional program to develop Cultural Awareness and Indigenous Peoples educational programming at relevant sites to those communities.
The EE2 will supervise lower level staff and train these staff for professional-grade environmental programs.
The EE2 will promote large events. Will develop programs for annual events (First Day Hikes, Take Your Child to Work Day, Get Outdoors Day, etc.) Recruit staff from other parts of the DEC to participate.
Attend and offer programing at Fairs or Festivals from other groups, such as State Parks, Town Municipalities, and Nature Centers.
Organize general public programs for outdoor recreation, including hikes, seining programs at beaches, birdwatching, and nature-based arts and writing.
Organize scout events, both after-school and troop meetings.
Organize public library programs for youth and adults.
Assist other staff teaching school programs throughout the year. Help maintain living and non-living collections for programs.
Minimum Qualifications This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).
For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply.
To be eligible for appointment under NY HELPS, candidates must meet the non-competitive minimum qualifications below:
Non-competitive qualifications:
Four years of experience in environmental conservation in a professional or technical capacity or professional teaching of environmental education and two years of experience teaching about or interpreting the natural world.
* An associate degree in a related field can substitute for two years of environmental conservation experience; a bachelor’s degree in a related field can substitute for four years of environmental conservation experience.
Competitive qualifications
Reassignment - Currently in the title and an employee of DEC
or
Reinstatement Eligible - Previously held the title on a permanent competitive basis or held a title as indicated under the transfer eligible section on a permanent competitive basis.
or
55-b/55-c -Candidates must meet the open competitive minimum qualifications below and include with their resume or application, a copy of the letter from Civil Service which indicates approval for the 55-b/55-c program.
Open competitive minimum qualifications (provided for 55b/c candidates):
Four years of experience in environmental conservation in a professional or technical capacity or professional teaching of environmental education and two years of experience teaching about or interpreting the natural world.
* An associate degree in a related field can substitute for two years of environmental conservation experience; a bachelor’s degree in a related field can substitute for four years of environmental conservation experience.
Additional Comments Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position.
Travel may be required.
Overtime may be required.
Overnight travel may be required.
Telecommuting may be available, will be discussed at interview.
We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
• Shift & Geographic pay differentials
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
• And many more...
For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.
The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Our work would not be possible without the diverse backgrounds, experiences, ideas, and abilities of our employees. DEC is committed to developing a workforce which represents the diverse population of New York State. DEC embraces a diverse and inclusive work environment by encouraging all individuals, including those with disabilities, to apply to open positions at the agency.
Please be advised, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation does not use E-Verify, and we are unable to provide sponsorship for employment visa statuses (i.e. H-1B, Self-Sponsorship, STEM OPT).
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.